Praying for Ansley

Today was one of those days that brought lots of tears and lots of smiles. I guess that is what most of our days look like around here. We started the day with all 7 of us going to church. It is a most incredible blessing to be together to worship God. But, it is also one of the most fragile places for me. I usually end up sobbing during the music. Ansley, of course, hugs me and comforts me during my tears (she is so much stronger than me). Surrendering and trusting right now seem to be heavy on my heart and so when we sing about those things, it brings tears of both joy and fear as to what the future holds.
God has graced us with a wonderful weekend! Ansley's spirits are good, her grins are many, and her spunk never-ending it seems. All very big gifts to her mommy and daddy right now. Kendall, Morgan, Gavin and Garrett all had a great weekend as well. They bring us so much joy in the middle of trying and hard times. It is a beautiful thing to see them love and long for their baby sister to be healed.

Hopefully this week will be uneventful. Ansley will have labs drawn on Wednesday and have an infusion called IVIG. It is a long process but a necessary step on the journey. We are hoping to have high enough counts next Monday the 18th that she can go ahead and get chemo. If she is able to get chemo on Monday, the doctors will also pull her PICC line. Oh, how exciting it will be to have her little arm free from IV's and central lines. She will have about a 2 week break before another port will be placed.

We are excited beyond words about the upcoming trip to Orlando! It will bring a whole new set of emotions with it I am sure. But, sharing those memories and seeing our kids have fun will be priceless. Press on, friends. The ultimate battle has already been won!!!!!